Autodesk 3ds Max
LanguageEN
Operating systemWindowsWindows
Number of devices1
Usage scopePersonal/Commercial
Licence period12 months
Licence typeESD (electronic)
Architecture64-bit

Autodesk 3ds Max

VersionPersonal is for personal and educational use (non-commercial); Commercial is for professional and business use.
Licence durationLicence validity from activation: 12 or 24 months.
YearAutodesk software version: choose your preferred release year.
LanguageEN
Operating systemWindowsWindows
Number of devices1
Usage scopePersonal/Commercial
Licence period12 months
Licence typeESD (electronic)
Architecture64-bit
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£79.99Autodesk 3ds Max

Autodesk 3ds Max 2027

Autodesk 3ds Max 2027 transforms your ideas into realistic and detailed 3D worlds, with intuitive modelling, photorealistic rendering and fluid animations for professional projects.

Autodesk 3ds Max 2027

Imagine having to create a perfect architectural rendering or a virtual world for a video game, but your software slows you down with complicated processes. Autodesk 3ds Max 2027 solves all of this: it is the professional tool for 3D modelling, animation and rendering that lets you bring complex ideas to life with ease. Whether it is detailed interiors, animated characters or endless environments, you achieve photorealistic results without frustration. You save hours of manual work thanks to intuitive workflows, focusing on creativity rather than technicalities.

The features that make the difference

Automatic retopology

Rebuilds clean meshes from raw models, saving time on manual clean-up and guaranteeing topologies ready for animation.

Smart extrusion

Model 3D faces interactively, automatically merging adjacent parts for complex shapes without errors.

Arnold GPU rendering

Visualise changes to lighting and materials in real time, accelerating iterations and approvals.

Particle Flow effects

Create natural effects such as fire or water with ease, adding realism to your environments without extra plugins.

Open Shading Language

Use procedural shaders for unique textures, compatible with any renderer for total flexibility.

Modifier stack workflow

Explore ideas non-destructively, changing complex projects in a few clicks for greater creative freedom.

Flexible pipeline and formats

Import and export the main 3D formats and fit 3ds Max into your pipeline with Maya, Revit and external render engines.

Integrated photorealistic rendering

Create studio-quality images with Arnold included, leveraging advanced materials and boosted rendering performance.

Everything you need to know about 3ds Max 2027

Perfect for you if...

If you are an architect who wants immersive visualisations for demanding clients, or a game designer working on detailed worlds, 3ds Max 2027 is your ally. It is ideal for those working in VFX who need fluid animations, or for interior designers who model realistic spaces. Picture yourself presenting projects with near-final renderings in the viewport: you avoid endless revisions and make a strong impression. If you hate slow workflows and are looking for a tool that adapts to your style, this software puts you in total control.

Perfect for you if...

The concrete advantages

With 3ds Max 2027, your workflow speeds up significantly: interactive rendering cuts preview times from hours to minutes, so you can iterate on ideas quickly. You get a better return on investment thanks to integrations with Revit and AutoCAD, avoiding manual exports and keeping data consistent across teams. Imagine completing projects in half the time, with superior quality that attracts more clients. Compared with generic alternatives, you get professional precision without extra costs for plugins, and regular updates that keep pace with the industry. In the end, you spend less time on technicalities and more on results that sell.

The concrete advantages

Why choose AutoCAD

3ds Max has long been a benchmark for modelling and rendering, and the 2027 version strengthens that position. It offers powerful polygon and spline tools, with a revised Spline Chamfer introducing fixed-radius and auto-weld options for clean corners, plus the new Field Helper for generating volumetric fields from primitives or closed objects. The integrated Arnold renderer, updated to MAXtoA 5.9 with Arnold 7.5, produces photorealistic images with improved hair, thin-film and volume shading. Autodesk Assistant adds AI-based help for quickly finding information about features and workflows. All within a mature ecosystem rich in plugins and integrated with Autodesk pipelines.

Why choose AutoCAD

How you will use it in practice

Say you are an architect: you import the model from Revit, apply smart extrusions for custom details and, with Arnold GPU, see physically based lighting in real time. The client approves on the spot, and you export the final render in minutes. Or, as a game developer, you create an endless environment with improved splines and Particle Flow for dynamic effects such as snow; automatic retopology prepares everything for the engine without delays. Finally, in VFX, you animate a character with fluid rigging, testing texture morphing in the viewport — the result? Scenes ready for film, with a workflow that gives you room to breathe.

How you will use it in practice

Product specifications

Language version:EN
Usage scope:Personal / Commercial
Licence type:Subscription
Number of devices:1
Product version:ESD (electronic)
Licence period:12 months
Available version:2027 (also 2025 and 2026)
Operating systems:Windows 11, Windows 10

Technical requirements

Hardware platform:Windows
Operating system:Windows 11 or 10 (64-bit)
Processor:64-bit multi-core
RAM:16 GB (32 GB recommended)
Disk space:15 GB
Graphics card:DirectX 12, 4 GB VRAM (8 GB recommended)

Frequently asked questions

What is Autodesk 3ds Max used for?

3ds Max is Autodesk's 3D modelling, rendering and animation software, used in design, architecture, visualisation, graphics and game production. On Licensgo, the Personal licence costs £79.99 for 1 year.

How do I receive and activate Autodesk 3ds Max after purchase?

After ordering, go to the activation page and enter the email address that should receive the licence. The Autodesk activation is sent to that address: there is no physical media, as everything is delivered by email.

Is Licensgo's 3ds Max genuine, and will I receive an invoice?

Yes. It is genuine Autodesk software, delivered by email with an invoice. You can choose between the Personal and Commercial versions when ordering.

How many PCs does the 3ds Max licence cover?

The licence covers 1 workstation: a single device for the 12-month subscription period.

Is Autodesk 3ds Max a lifetime licence or a subscription?

It is an official annual Autodesk licence: 12 months of full use of 3ds Max from activation, with all updates included. When it expires, you can renew on Licensgo with an exclusive discount for existing customers, without reinstalling anything.